The Clock Works

The Clock Works
At The Clock Works I specialise in Antique Clock Sales, Repairs, Restoration and Conservation of all types of quality antique timepieces. Established in 1991 David Burns is an elected member of The British Watch and Clockmakers Guild and undertakes high quality, fully guaranteed work, on all types of antiquarian horology. His period Georgian shop houses the areas largest collection of carefully chosen and restored antique clocks for sale.
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About Me

 Established in Ulverston in 1991 The Clock Works has built up an enviable reputation for quality of workmanship and depth of knowledge regarding all aspects of antique clocks.

David Burns MBCMG, has held a lifelong passion on the subject of Horology honing his skills over several decades. An acknowledged authority on longcase clocks, particularly those made in the Lake District, by makers now recognised as some of the finest in the country. David has had the privilege to restore many examples by these craftsmen over the years.

Our Services

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Clock Repair and Restoration

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Dial Restoration

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Conservation

FAQs

Any antique clock and most pre WWII clocks.
Typically longcase (grandfather), fusee wall and bracket, skeleton, Vienna wall, French carriage and mantle clocks etc. I will also take in good quality more recent clocks by Elliott and the like. Just call and ask.

Modern reproductions i.e. those sold by retail jewellers, furniture stores and the like. Modern cuckoo and quartz battery clocks.

Lathes by Myford, Cowells and Boley, Rollimat pivot polishing machine, numerous ultrasonic tanks, Bergeon bushing machines etc.

No, I no longer take in watches either pocket or wrist.

As much as I enjoy meeting my customers and talking clocks, sadly I can’t do any real work when I’m there. The rest of the week is spent actually doing the repairs in my workshop. I do open at other times by prior appointment.

No, this is for several reasons from Health and Safety, Insurance Liabilities and Security.

Restored antique clocks for sale – I stock the area’s largest selection of carefully chosen and restored antique clocks.

"At The Clock Works, I specialise in the meticulous restoration of antique clocks, preserving their beauty, craftsmanship, and historical significance. With years of experience and a passion for horology, I carefully restore each timepiece using traditional techniques and high-quality materials.

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Please Note:

Ulverston shop hours for callers Saturdays only 10am to 4pm.
Appointments can be accommodated by prior arrangement please call me.

Please contact me by phone during normal business hours or email at anytime

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